Grizzlies vs. Jazz Odds & Free Pick

The Utah Jazz host the Memphis Grizzlies in a Western-Conference matchup. The NBA betting board lists the Jazz as a -5.5 home favorite on the spread line with an O/U line of 225 at most sportsbooks. Tip-off is set for 09:00 PM ET at the Vivint Smart Home Arena.

Probable Starting Lineups

Memphis Grizzlies PG Tyus Jones Off Inj, SG Desmond Bane Off Inj, SF Ziaire Williams, PF Jaren Jackson Jr. Off Inj, C Steven Adams Off Inj
Utah Jazz PG Mike Conley, SG Donovan Mitchell, SF Bojan Bogdanovic, PF Royce O’Neale, C Rudy Gobert

Key Injuries

Memphis Grizzlies Jaren Jackson Jr.: Thigh (PROBABLE) Steven Adams: Calf (PROBABLE) Tyus Jones: Hand (PROBABLE) Desmond Bane: Ankle (PROBABLE) Dillon Brooks: Hip (DOUBTFUL) Ja Morant: Knee (OUT) Killian Tillie: Knee (OUT)

Utah Jazz Trent Forrest: Concussion (QUESTIONABLE) Udoka Azubuike: Ankle (OUT)

Recent Form

The Memphis Grizzlies come into this game with an overall record of 55-23, placing them 2nd in the Western Conference. So far, Memphis is above .500 on the road, holding a record of 26-13. Over their last five games, the Grizzlies have played well, picking up 5 wins. During this stretch, Memphis is averaging 123.0 points per game, 8.0 points more than their season average of 115.4. This uptick in offensive play has come while playing a group of opponents who are collectively giving up 110.0 points per contest. Memphis comes into this game also playing well defensively, holding their opponents to just 105.0 points per game. An improvement on their season average of 109.2. In the Memphis Grizzlies’ most recent game, Memphis took down Phoenix by a score of 122-114

The Utah Jazz come into this game with an overall record of 46-32, placing them 6th in the Western Conference. So far, Utah is above .500 at home, holding a record of 27-11. Over the Jazz last five games, they have picked up just 1 win. In this stretch, Utah’s offense is scoring right in line with their season average, putting up 109.0 points per game. Combined, the Jazz’s last five opponents are giving up 110.0 points per contest. A key reason for the Jazz’s recent struggles is a defensive unit giving up 112.0 points over their last five contests. This figure is up from their season average of 107.9. In Utah’s most recent game, the team fell to Golden State by a score of 111-107.

Individual Player Analysis

As Memphis travels to take on the Utah Jazz, the Grizzlies will be counting on another big performance from Dillon Brooks, who is coming off a 30 point outing vs Phoenix. Against the Jazz, Brooks will need to be on top of his game as Utah is allowing their opponent’s top scorer to surpass their average in 43.0% of their games, placing them in the top 10. On the other side, Donovan Mitchell leads the Jazz in scoring, averaging 26 points across his 66 games. Throughout the season, Mitchell has outscored his season average in 53.0% of his outings. However, if he hopes to add to this total, Mitchell will need to do so against a Grizzlies defense that has been tough on their opponent’s top scorers. So far, leading scores have surpassed their season average at a rate of just 41.54%. This figure is good for a rank of 4th in the league.

Matchup Analysis

The Jazz come into this game as the more efficient offensive team, averaging 113 points per 100 possessions. When playing as the superior offensive unit, Utah is winning at a rate of 71%. These wins are coming by an average margin of 16.0 points. On the other side, the Grizzlies hold the advantage on the defensive end of the floor. So far, they have played 35 games as the better defensive team, picking up 24 wins.

The Historicals

Heading into today’s matchup, the Memphis Grizzlies and Utah Jazz have met up for 2 games. In their last meeting, Memphis picked up a 119-109 win.

How the Public is Betting the Grizzlies vs Jazz

67% are betting the Grizzlies against the spread.
52% are wagering on the game to go over the posted total of 221.0

Betting Trends Worth Noting

• Grizzlies are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record.
• Grizzlies are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games following a straight up win.
• Jazz are 8-3-1 ATS in their last 12 games as a home favorite.
• Jazz are 8-3-1 ATS in their last 12 home games.